WHAT IS PNEUMONIA?

Pneumonia is an infection of one or both the lungs caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi or parasites. It is characterised primarily by inflammation of the alveoli ( microscopic sacs in the lungs that absorb oxygen,) or by alveoli that are filled with fluid. The alveoli fill with fluid or pus making it difficult to breath. symptoms of pneumonia can range from mild to life threatening. The severity depends on :

~ the cause of inflammation

~ the type of organism causing the infection.

~ your age

~ your general health